Traffic Report for Week of May 25, 2015

Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
Published: 22 May 2015 22 May 2015

White Sands Missile Range Notification

For information regarding closures you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.

Traffic updates are posted on the NMDOT traffic advisory web-site at http://nmroads.com and can be retrieved through our automated system at 511 in New Mexico or 1-800-432-4269 from any line.

I-25/Missouri Bridge

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District One office along with FNF Construction continues with work along I-25 between Lohman Avenue (exit 3) and University Avenue (exit 1).

  • The contractor has the northbound restricted to one lane and width at 11 feet. The I-25 on ramp from the south side of the bridge remains closed. FNF will continue with work on the shoulder and within the median between Lohman Ave Exit 3 and University Ave Exit 1 with notifications posted from mile marker 0-5 alerting motorists of the active project.
  • Motorists are advised to proceed with extreme caution as they transition through the work zone where law enforcement will continue with enforcement.

The NMDOT will be holding a Public Involvement Meeting Wednesday May 27, 2015 at the District One Complex located at 750 N. Solano in Las Cruces, NM. The meeting will start promptly at 6:00 pm with members of the NMDOT, FNF and Molzen Corbin available to answer any questions the public may have regarding this project.

N. Main/US 70 Las Cruces

The NMDOT with G. Sandoval Construction have traffic control devices stationed along N. Main/US 70 from E. Greening Ave to just north of Madrid Street. Motorists will continue to encounter one lane restrictions for both east and westbound traffic, which is limited to 10 feet within the work zone. Motorists travel on Madrid will encounter a closure at the intersection of N. Main/US 70 where they will have limited access with right turns.

Businesses along the corridor are open; please contact them for their hours of operation. The City of Las Cruces will be making modifications to their bus route which can be found on their web at: http://www.las-cruces.org/Departments/Transportation/Services/RoadRUNNER%20Transit.aspx

NM 460 Anthony, NM

NMDOT and Smith and Aguirre are working on installing a storm culvert drain pipe under NM 460 from Miller Street to Landers Drive. The contractor will construct a pond beside the Community Development Center, along with mill and inlay from New Mexico/Texas state line to O'Harra Road/NM 460. The project will also have new ADA compliant features such as sidewalks with landing and turnouts along NM 460.

NM 549 Deming, NM

NMDOT is currently replacing a bridge located off of NM 549 between Deming and Akela (mile markers 23 to 25). Motorists will need to seek an alternate route as this section of roadway is closed as the contractor continues work along this section of roadway.

NM 90/Hudson Street Bridge - Silver City, NM

NMDOT with Interstate Highway Construction (IHC) have CLOSED all access over the NM 90/Hudson Street Bridge. The NMDOT and IHC have started removing the aged bridge on NM 90. The contractor has installed various notifications alerting motorists of the closures. In addition, the NMDOT will have traffic control advising motorists that the county Tuck Bypass route will be available. San Vicente Trail will be closed at Corbin Street along with South Mill Road, and under the bridge.

The next Public Involvement Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday June 10, 2015 at the Grant County Convention Center, 3031 Highway 180 - E, Silver City, NM. The meeting will start promptly at 6:00 pm with members of the NMDOT and IHC will be available to answer any questions the public may have regarding the project.

Bridge Maintenance on state owned bridges in Dona Ana County

The NMDOT along with HASSE Construction are performing maintenance operations on various bridge decks where motorists will encounter lane restrictions and reduction in speed. The contractor will be repairing the existing bridge decks and sealing the surfaces in order to extend the longevity of the bridge surface.

The routes affect next week will be as follows:

  • I-10 at the Corallitos Interchange exit 127
  • I-25 near Rincon at mile marker 35.3 for north and southbound lanes
  • NM 225 in Anthony near Gadsden High School at mile marker 1.2 Working hours will be Monday through Friday from 7:00 am until 5:00 pm.

I-10 Lordsburg, NM

The NMDOT will have shoulder work being performed on I-10 at mile marker 20 and on interchange on I-10 and NM 80 at exit 5 west of Lordsburg. There should be interference with motorists.

Las Cruces Projects - City of Las Cruces

Azalez Drive

From Holly Drive to the drainage channel will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

Bruins Lane

From Motel Blvd to the Quesenbery Lateral will have a lane closure. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Lilac Drive

From Lantana Avenue to the drainage channel will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents and businesses can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

Juniper Avenue Open to through traffic.

Madrid Avenue

Will be closed through the intersection of US70/N. Main Street. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents and businesses can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

Phillips Drive

From Highland Avenue to Alameda Blvd will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents and businesses can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

Powers Drive

From Sonoma Ranch Blvd to McGuffy Street will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

Roadrunner Parkway

From Tiffany Dr to Santo Domingo Ave will have lane closures. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Sonoma Ranch Blvd

From La Camelia Dr to Lohman Ave will have intermittent lane closures. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones are in effect.

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